Canada Starts T20 World Cup Preparations with Convincing Warm-up Win over Nepal

In the opening warm-up match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, Canada showcased their mettle with a dominant 63-run victory over Nepal at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Dallas.

Canada's Power-Hitting Display:

Batting first after being put into bat, Canada displayed remarkable power-hitting prowess, amassing a total of 183/7 in their allotted 20 overs. Nicholas Kirton led the charge with a blistering knock of 52 runs off 39 balls, ably supported by Ravinderpal Singh's explosive 41* off just 17 deliveries. Singh's innings, featuring four sixes, propelled Canada to a formidable total.

Nepal's Struggle with the Bat:

Chasing a target of 184, Nepal found the going tough against Canada's disciplined bowling attack. Despite a valiant effort from Anil Sah (24), Nepal failed to build partnerships and were eventually bowled out for 120. Dillon Heyliger starred with the ball for Canada, claiming four wickets for 20 runs.

Injury Scares for Canada:

Amidst their commanding performance, Canada faced injury concerns as Rayyan Pathan retired hurt due to a hamstring injury, while Pargat Singh suffered a potentially serious ankle injury. However, Singh's sensational catch before his injury provided a silver lining for Canada.

Upcoming Matches:

Canada will face the Netherlands in their next warm-up match on May 31, while Nepal will take on co-hosts USA on May 30, both at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Dallas.

Other Warm-up Results:

In other warm-up fixtures, Oman secured a three-wicket win over Papua New Guinea, with veteran all-rounder Zeeshan Maqsood playing a pivotal role. Similarly, Namibia registered a five-wicket victory over Uganda, powered by Nikolaas Davin's impressive half-century.

As teams fine-tune their strategies and players gear up for the main event, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 promises to deliver exhilarating cricketing action on the global stage. Stay tuned for more updates and thrilling encounters as the tournament unfolds.